How far is Meridian, MS from Charleston, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Charleston, MS is about 166.2 miles (267.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 48m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Charleston.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 55 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beacon Street
695 ft · 16 sec · Beacon Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
33.7 mi · 50 min
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
676 ft · 14 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Jackson Street
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Continue straight
22.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the ramp right
1354 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
51.8 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Oakland, Water Valley
1041 ft · 33 sec
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Turn sharp left
12 mi · 18 min
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Continue on Main Street
130 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Panola Street
24 m · 3 sec · South Panola Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Panola Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Charleston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Jackson Street
Merge slight left
51.8 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Meridian and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Charleston?
The road trip is about 166.2 miles (267.4 km) and usually takes 03h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kosciusko is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.1 miles from Meridian and 83 miles from Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.19 one way or $44.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Meridian and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Kosciusko
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Charleston. Straight-line distance: 137.84 mi (221.83 km).
#1 Meridian
City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 36,011 |
| Coordinates | 32.3643100, -88.7036600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charleston
City in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,882 |
| Coordinates | 34.0067800, -90.0567600 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charleston (-90.05676, 34.00678)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 267 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $22.19 | $44.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.96 | $49.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.10 | $54.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $31.73 | $63.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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